Evidence supporting the use of: Mastic
For the health condition: Appetite (deficient)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Mastic (Pistacia lentiscus resin) has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures. It has been used for various gastrointestinal complaints, including indigestion, dyspepsia, and to some extent, for appetite stimulation when appetite is deficient. In traditional Greek and Arabic medicine, mastic was sometimes employed to soothe the digestive tract, which can indirectly support appetite in individuals experiencing discomfort or lack of desire to eat due to digestive issues.

However, scientific evidence specifically supporting mastic for the treatment of deficient appetite is limited. Most modern research on mastic focuses on its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and gastroprotective effects, especially in relation to Helicobacter pylori infection and gastric ulcers. While these properties could theoretically improve appetite in individuals whose appetite is suppressed due to gastrointestinal illness, direct clinical trials assessing mastic’s effect on appetite or its use as an appetite stimulant are lacking.

In summary, the use of mastic for supporting appetite is primarily based on traditional knowledge with limited scientific corroboration. The evidence base is weak (rated 2/5) and largely indirect, relying on mastic’s overall benefits for digestive health rather than direct appetite stimulation.

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